Working to Forgive

"It takes more courage to forgive than to hold a grudge. If I hold a grudge because I am angry, I feel strong. But to set anger aside takes real strength."

Everett L. Worthington, Jr.

If you have personally considered taking the road to forgiveness, you know it takes a lot of work. You may have some questions about what to expect and how to get the job done.

"That's the thing with hatred and bitterness. It eats you alive. Anger, bitterness and unforgiveness keep you from experiencing the depths of joy."

Sydna Masse - friend of a murder victim
Quoted in Christianity Today, January 10, 2000.

This section of the Web site has some ideas that may guide you in your worthy task. You can click on the links to find out more about:

• Myths About Forgiveness: What forgiveness is not.
• Truths About Forgiveness: What forgiveness is.
• Why Should I?: Some benefits to the forgiver.
• Take Steps to Forgiveness: A proven four-phase process.
• Courage to Forgive: If you are struggling with the unforgivable.
• Choose to Forgive: Post your own forgiveness decision.
• Share Stories: Read about how others forgive; write about how you forgave.